Salvia discolor

Salvia discolor

Native to:: Peru

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Taxonomy

Division:: Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:: Lamiaceae
Genus:: Salvia
Species:: Salvia discolor

Growth Characteristics

Height:: 90 cm
Drought Tolerance:: Medium
Bloom Colors:: dark purple, black

Reported Fauna Sightings

Hummingbirds: Anna's Hummingbird (Calypte anna)

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:: bees, butterflies, hummingbirds
Deer Resistant:: Yes
Fragrant:: Yes

Source: DeepSeek deepseek-chat

Propagation & Germination

ORGHPS Germination Guide: Most interbreed and seed may not be what is labelled

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society